How the car donation process works
Start your California car donation with Rev Up Hope
Begin by sharing basic vehicle details, your contact information, and where the vehicle is located in California. Rev Up Hope accepts many types of vehicles, including cars, trucks, vans, SUVs, and vehicles that may no longer be running. You do not need to handle advertising, private buyers, or dealership trade-in pressure. The goal is to make donating feel clear and low-stress, especially for mission-motivated donors who want their vehicle to support services for people who are blind or visually impaired through Heritage for the Blind, EIN 58-2164446.
Schedule free pickup near you
After your donation is submitted, pickup is arranged at no cost to you. Free tow availability extends across California, including busy metro areas like Los Angeles, San Diego, the Bay Area, Sacramento, Fresno, the Inland Empire, and Orange County, as well as suburbs such as Pasadena, Chula Vista, Santa Ana, Roseville, Irvine, Riverside, and Concord. A towing professional will coordinate a convenient pickup window and remove the vehicle from your driveway, curb, workplace, or other accessible location, making it easy to donate even if the vehicle is not drivable.
Your vehicle is sold to generate charitable proceeds
Once picked up, the vehicle is processed and sold through an appropriate resale channel. The sale price creates the charitable proceeds from your donation. Rev Up Hope is designed to help donors turn an unused vehicle into support for a real nonprofit mission without the hassle of repairs, listings, test drives, or negotiations. For your donation through this program, 100-percent of vehicle sale proceeds go to Heritage for the Blind, a qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, EIN 58-2164446.
Proceeds fund services for blind and visually impaired people
Heritage for the Blind uses vehicle donation proceeds to help support services for Americans who are blind or visually impaired. This includes helping connect individuals with government benefits and assistance programs that may improve daily stability, independence, and access to care. Programs may include SSI, SSDI, LIHEAP, Section 8, Medicare Extra Help, and Medicaid, depending on eligibility. Donors who know someone seeking help can also visit nhftb.org/finder to check potential eligibility for assistance programs and learn what support may be available.
Receive tax documentation after the sale
Because Heritage for the Blind is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, EIN 58-2164446, your vehicle donation may be tax-deductible if you itemize deductions on your federal tax return. For vehicles that sell for more than $500, the deduction is generally based on the gross vehicle sale price, and IRS Form 1098-C is provided for your records. If the vehicle sells for $500 or less, different IRS rules may apply. Rev Up Hope helps you receive the proper receipt documentation, but you should consult a tax professional for personal tax advice.
Key facts about car donation
Heritage for the Blind is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, EIN 58-2164446.
100-percent of vehicle sale proceeds from your donation go to Heritage for the Blind.
Free towing is available across California, including major cities, suburbs, and many rural communities.
Proceeds support services for people who are blind or visually impaired, including benefits-connection assistance.
Donors who itemize may claim a tax deduction, with IRS Form 1098-C for vehicles over $500.
Anyone can check possible assistance-program eligibility at nhftb.org/finder.